Travel around a neighborhood after a storm and you will see tree limbs, large and small, scattered about the ground. Why do some limbs fall in high winds or after storms while others merely bend? Should you worry about that large limb overhanging your driveway? “One reason trees fail is weak branch unions,” says Tchukki …
Winter is the season in California for some of nature’s most severe weather. Storms in all shapes and forms create havoc and one of the greatest dangers posed by storms are presented by falling trees. Unsafe trees are a threat to lives and property. “Many shade and ornamental trees are damaged throughout the year by …
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Planting a tree? A hole dug too deep is a sure way to kill a tree Winter and Spring seasons are prime planting season in most areas of the country. Too often, however, consumers waste hundreds of dollars on trees that will die because they were planted too deep. “Proper planting is absolutely essential in …
If you have ever escaped from blazing hot sun in a shady spot under a tree, you know how these natural air conditioners can make you feel more comfortable. In fact, trees in a parking lot can reduce air temperatures by up to 25 degrees than on nearby blacktop. But beyond comfort, planting trees around …
Tree failure is a major cause of residential property damage, as well as the leading cause of power outages nationwide. An ice storm can overload all the branches on a tree, a hurricane or high wind can blow down a tree if its roots are restricted, or a cracked tree can fail under its own …
Pruning is the single best investment a property owner or community can make to ensure the survival and lengthen the life span of their trees. Older trees require more consideration before pruning; you need to take into account both the tree’s health and its stage in life. Older trees or trees with health problems, cannot …
